The Art of Climate Change

Date(s) & Location(s):
June 25 - 30, 2023 in Morganton, NC
Grades Eligible:
Rising  7th 8th 9th
Course Description:

Students will investigate the effectiveness of visual art in addressing climate change. Students will simulate organizing an art show around the issue of climate change, with some students representing artists and others representing museum curators. Students will research to prepare for their roles; students who researched an artist will present their work and students who developed the criteria will evaluate their work. During the studio portion of class, students will take inspiration from their research and create artwork employing recycled materials.

Instructor:
Courtney Long